Best Prep Work for Minimizing Injury During Winter

As we are in the thick of winter, the risk of slips/falls and snow sport related injury of course increases, especially for activities like skiing. Cold weather can make muscles stiffer, and slippery surfaces heighten the chance of falls. That’s why injury prevention is key during this season, and physical therapy can play a crucial role in keeping you safe.

For skiers, strengthening the core, legs, and balance can help you better handle the demands of the slopes and reduce the risk of falls or overuse injuries. For those shoveling snow, physical therapy can improve posture, joint mobility, and muscle endurance, which can protect your back and shoulders from the strain of repetitive motions. Additionally, physical therapy helps with proprioception, or awareness of your body in space, which is essential for preventing slips and falls on icy sidewalks. We at Loon State Physical Therapy love to assist in a full body approach to care, so though we will help you with pain, that is just the beginning!

By focusing on resistance training and balance, mobility exercises, and personalized injury prevention strategies, we can keep your body strong, flexible, and prepared for the physical challenges of winter. Through a tailored approach, we can help you reduce your risk of injury and enjoy a safer, more active winter season.

We would be happy to discuss further how Loon State Physical Therapy can be a teammate in getting you back to moving and feeling your best while eliminating pain! Our convenient Hopkins physical therapy, Edina physical therapy, and Stillwater physical therapy locations will happily welcome you to get you back to moving at your best. Call us at (612) 405-8503 or book with us online at www.loonstatephysicaltherapy.com for an in-person or virtual appointment.